Back Country Bulletin Launches Week-Long Supporter Drive

The team at Back Country Bulletin has kicked off a week-long campaign to rally community support for its ongoing mission of providing free, in-depth local news coverage.

The digital news publication, which serves the underserved Balranald, Hay, Carrathool and Central Darling Shires, is urging readers to contribute financially to ensure the continued accessibility of its reporting.

"For one week, we're focusing on securing the financial support that allows us to deliver the news our community relies on," said editor and founder Krista Schade.

"Our commitment is to keep our digital doors open to everyone, ensuring that access to vital local information isn't restricted by a paywall."

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Back Country Bulletin emphasises the crucial role of community support in enabling its journalists to cover important local stories.

"Independent journalism plays a vital role in keeping our community informed and holding those in positions of power accountable, now more than ever" Ms Schade explained.

"Whether it's reporting on local council meetings, talking to candidates in the upcoming election, or highlighting the work our communities are doing, we strive to deliver news that matters."

The publication's leadership stresses that every contribution, regardless of size, plays a significant role in sustaining its operations.

"We've been heartened by the support we've received so far, since launching BCB last September" Ms Schade added,

"We encourage those who value local news to contribute to this campaign. These funds directly support our ability to report thoroughly and accurately across the wide region of NSW that we serve."

Back Country Bulletin's commitment to free access o news stems from a core belief that access to reliable information is a fundamental right.

"We believe that everyone in our community deserves to be informed," Ms Schade stated.

"This week's campaign is about ensuring we can continue to uphold that principle and keep our content freely available to all."

The campaign will run for one week, Ending on Sunday May 4.

Back Country Bulletin is encouraging readers to visit PressPatron to make a contribution and learn more about how their support makes a difference.

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